Parker Kemp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Parker Kemp Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomington, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $271,200 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $32,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$271,200
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $249,975 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $216,625 | 67 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $249,975 | 69 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $271,200 | 55 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Parker Kemp Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Parker Kemp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 45 | $183,050 |
| Colorado | 2 | $36,000 |
| California | 2 | $34,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,750 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $300 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Canine Companions | Donation | $32,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Donation | $30,250 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Donation | $20,000 |
| Lexington High School | Donation | $12,000 |
| Tara Performing Arts High School | Donation | $11,000 |
| Lexington Community Center | Donation | $10,000 |
| McLean County SWCD Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Susan G Komen for the Cure | Donation | $10,000 |
| Lexington Food Pantry | Donation | $9,100 |
| Midwest Food Bank | Donation | $9,000 |
| St Patrick Church of Merna | Donation | $6,750 |
| Racing for Mental Health | Donation | $6,000 |
| Lexington Genealogical & Historical Scty | Donation | $5,500 |
| Home Sweet Home Ministries | Donation | $5,000 |
| Lifelong Access (Formerly Marcfirst) | Donation | $5,000 |
| Lexington Park District | Donation | $4,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Donation | $3,750 |
| St Vincent de Paul | Donation | $3,750 |
| Miller Park Zoological Society | Donation | $3,500 |
| Wish Bone Canine Rescue | Donation | $3,500 |
| Community Health Care Clinic | Donation | $3,000 |
| Osf Healthcare Foundation | Donation | $2,575 |
| Baby Fold | Donation | $2,500 |
| Carle Center for Philanthropy | Donation | $2,500 |
| Lexington Fire Department | Donation | $2,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Donation | $2,000 |
| Celiac Disease Foundation | Donation | $2,000 |
| Brightpoint | Donation | $2,000 |
| Easter Seals | Donation | $2,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Central Illinois | Donation | $2,000 |
| National Psoriasis Foundation | Donation | $2,000 |
| Pheasants Forever | Donation | $2,000 |
| Prairielands Preservation Foundation | Donation | $2,000 |
| W D Boyce (Boy Scouts) | Donation | $2,000 |
| YMCA McLean County | Donation | $2,000 |
| Calvary United Methodist Church | Donation | $1,825 |
| Ameican Legion Post 291 | Donation | $1,000 |
| Children's Discovery Museum | Donation | $1,000 |
| Community Cancer Center Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rene' M Shaffer
- Christopher Kemp
Questions people ask
Does Parker Kemp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Parker Kemp Foundation give?
$271,200 in tax year 2025, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Parker Kemp Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rene' M Shaffer (Trustee) and Christopher Kemp (Trustee).
What does Parker Kemp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.